Who we are
At ORCA Labs, we do research on life with hearing loss and apply our knowledge to improve solutions
About ORCA Labs The Scientific Institute of WS Audiology
Hearing is not solved
There’s a need for more knowledge and understanding.
Our research plays a vital role in the link between understanding life with hearing loss and developing state-of-the-art technology that tackles these challenges.

This month In focus
Age-related hearing loss is a growing public health concern, affecting over ten million individuals in Germany alone.
Age-related hearing loss is associated with increased risks of social isolation, depression, cognitive decline, and reduced quality of life. Addressing these multifaceted challenges requires a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach that combines medical technology, psychosocial support, and user-centered design. Dive into this month’s focus here.
Workshop August 19th
Workshop in Communication in Hearing Science 2025
On August 19th, 2025, we are hosting a workshop on Communication in Hearing Science. The workshop will feature invited talks and a poster session by researchers studying different aspects of human communication.
Currently presented in three countries
ORCA Labs library
Latest posters
ORCA Labs researchers are present at the most important audiology conferences in the world. Sometimes we do talks, sometimes we present posters. Visit our latest posters below.
Our main point of interest
Research areas
Our research is organized into four research areas. Click and explore the problems we address, the questions we ask, and the answers we found.